Semi Senior Accountant

The Portfolio Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accountancy practice based in Leeds is seeking a Semi-Senior Accountant. The successful candidate will prepare financial statements for various clients and manage corporation tax computations. This role is suitable for an AAT, ACA, or ACCA qualified individual with at least two years of UK practice experience. Benefits include a hybrid working arrangement and 26 days of holiday plus statutory bank holidays.

Benefits

26 days of holiday

Statutory bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Confident communicator, capable of liaising with colleagues and clients.
• Proactive, organised, and eager to take on challenges.

Responsibilities

• Preparing financial statements and accounts for a diverse range of clients.
• Calculating and preparing corporation tax computations.
• Assisting clients with management accounts and bookkeeping.
• Handling VAT reconciliations and preparing VAT returns.
• Liaising with clients to resolve queries and build relationships.

Skills

AAT, ACA, or ACCA qualification

Client communication

Proficiency with accounting software

Bookkeeping

VAT reconciliation

Education

AAT, ACA, or ACCA part-qualified or fully qualified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Semi-Senior Accountant

Are you a part-qualified or qualified AAT with UK practice experience? Our client, a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice, is looking for a talented Semi-Senior Accountant to join their team.

The Opportunity

As a core member of the team, you will be integral to delivering high-quality accounting services to a varied client portfolio of sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. You will work closely with a supportive management team, expanding your expertise across all key areas of accounting and taxation. This role is ideal for an ambitious individual who enjoys client interaction and is committed to providing outstanding service.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing financial statements and accounts for a diverse range of clients.
• Calculating and preparing corporation tax computations.
• Assisting clients with the preparation of management accounts and bookkeeping.
• Handling VAT reconciliations and preparing VAT returns.
• Liaising with clients to resolve queries and build strong, lasting relationships.

About you

• AAT, ACA, or ACCA part-qualified or fully qualified.
• At least two years of experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Proficient with accounting software and Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• A confident and excellent communicator, capable of liaising with colleagues and clients at all levels.
• Proactive, organised, and keen to take on new challenges.

What’s on offer

• 26 days of holiday + statutory bank holidays.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Flexible working arrangements, including core hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.